Is Birmingham Safe for Women? Crime Rate in Birmingham

Safety rating

Moderate
3.3 /5

Women living in Birmingham consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.3 out of 5.

Crime rating

Low
2.1 /5

Women living in Birmingham consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.1 out of 5.

Violence rating

12.3%

On average 12.3% percentage of women in United Kingdom have experienced physical and/or sexual violence from an intimate partner at some time in their life, according to OECD Data.

Travel and Meet new People

Get the Travel Ladies app to meet new people, find travel buddies and stay with local women for free through hospitality exchange.
Download from App StoreDownload from Google Play
Get the Travel Ladies App

Crime & Safety Statistics

Based on 11 experiences

Safety rating:

3.3/5Moderate

Safety walking alone after dark:

3/5Moderate

Safety using public transport:

3.2/5Moderate

Crime rate:

2.1/5Low

Worries of being sexually harassed:

2.1/5A bit worried

Worries of being sexually assaulted or raped:

1.7/5A bit worried

Worries of being physically attacked:

1.6/5A bit worried

Worries of home broken and things stolen:

1.2/5Not at all worried

Worries of being mugged or robbed:

1.7/5A bit worried

Worries of being kidnapped or murdered:

1.5/5Not at all worried

How safe is Birmingham?

With every place, there is a good and bad. You have to be very vigilant in Birmingham. People can be friendly and nice, but you always have to be a bit wary about men’s intentions. Over the years knife crime has been very high in Birmingham.

Posted: February 15, 2025
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0
Aditti

Aditti

Birmingham is good to travel until evening. There are a few concerns about harassment after night time but the police is really helpful. Public transport and cabs are available most of the times. Buses are safer

Posted: February 1, 2025
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0
Dhrena

Dhrena

Birmingham is ok. It’s has a lot of work needed to make it better and I getting there but this will take time. It can be a cute day trip with some hidden gems to discover. The food scene is up and coming and there are some great music venues.

Posted: January 12, 2025
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0

Birmingham is safe for families Keep an eye on your bag And keep your purse and phone safe Watch your drinks on nights out and don't go back with strangers Be mindful of being over priced on nights out

Posted: December 25, 2024
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0

The city centre feels very safe to be around, even when it’s dark, as long as you stay in busy areas. There are lots of druggies walking around at night, and many homeless people during the day but they don’t often make you feel unsafe. The public transport feels mostly safe, but the later it is the more dodgy it feels. I often travel around Birmingham at night and have never had anything stolen from me or been touched by a stranger.

Posted: September 3, 2024
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0
Sham

Sham

Birmingham is a safe place to travel even of your a sole traveller I'd always recommend normal caution and to remain vigilant of course but nothing of real concern There are certain areas that have higher crime rates but these areas can easily be avoided

Posted: July 7, 2024
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0
Saira

Saira

I feel safe most of the time, not had any issues People keep themselves to themselves People are generally polite and do there own thing I would say it's safe to visit we have lots of people visiting Birmingham and West Midlands

Posted: June 12, 2024
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0

It isn’t the most safe but fairly safe. Easy to get Uber. Lots of residential areas. Just avoid some places after dark It isn’t the most safe but fairly safe. Easy to get Uber. Lots of residential areas. Just avoid some places after dark

Posted: June 5, 2024
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0

A really busy city. Lots of homeless people, some anti social behaviour. But generally fine, just exercise self awareness and common sense. Women generally respected and treated with dignity and courtesy.

Posted: April 10, 2024
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0

There is a lot of crime but mainly seems to be from contained within that type of lifestyle. There have been peoples houses broken into when I live here and cars broken into and stolen unfortunately, at the moment it seems to have lessened

Posted: March 9, 2024
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0

Is Birmingham worth visiting?

Travel rating

3.4 /5

based on 5 experiences from female travelers

Solo travel

Birmingham is big city a bit chaotic but very well connected by public transport. The Victoria square and the library are great places to spend the afternoon. Birmingham is multicultural so you cam also find great food from all around the world

Posted: August 30, 2024Experienced: June, 2024
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0
Moa

Moa

United Kingdom

Solo travel

I studied in birmingham. School activities are quite nice as in sports and so on. I lived in a student area which mostly felt safe. Weather is always grey so far but hoping for better. Everything is fairly expensive

Posted: April 16, 2024Experienced: December, 2023
favorite_border 0
mode_comment 0

Meet locals in Birmingham

Suki

Suki

About Me

Hey - I'm born in UK & have lived here all my life! I've always wanted to tour the world in particular Europe & India but need someone local to show me around. I'm willing to go anywhere really! Love exploring new places, sightseeing, lots of walking & a little bit of beach would be heaven! Just need a good lady tour guide to lead the way 😊 So.... feel free to get in touch!

Speaking

mode_comment 1
Samanta

Samanta

About Me

Hi! I'm a 19 yo who is discovering life. I moved to the UK from Italy a few months ago and I'm temporarily staying at my parents' house. I came here with my boyfriend, but we recently broke up after almost 4 years together. We're in good terms so we're still living together, but I'm looking forward to find myself a job and my own house and discover life. I've never been really alone or independent, so now I'm learning to love my alone time, I'm finding new interests and I'm trying to make friends here since I don't have friends here. I love anything that's creative, peaceful and close to the nature. I'm not into adrenaline activities, rushing in general or the nightlife. I'd rather go to a library than go to a party to drink. I do like the idea of themed parties such as those ones that look like they came out of a book, but I've never been to one.

Speaking

mode_comment 0

Safety in United Kingdom

Frequently asked questions

Is Birmingham safe?

Women living in Birmingham consider the safety level to be moderate, with an overall safety rating of 3.3 out of 5.

Is Birmingham safe to walk alone at night?

Women living in Birmingham consider walking alone at night to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3 out of 5.

Is public transport safe in Birmingham?

Women living in Birmingham consider public transport to be moderately safe, with an overall safety rating of 3.2 out of 5.

What is the crime rate in Birmingham?

Women living in Birmingham consider the crime rate to be relatively low, with an overall crime rating of 2.1 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually harassed in Birmingham?

Women living in Birmingham consider the risk of being sexually harassed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 2.1 out of 5.

What is the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped in Birmingham?

Women living in Birmingham consider the risk of being sexually assaulted or raped to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.7 out of 5.

What is the risk of being physically attacked in Birmingham?

Women living in Birmingham consider the risk of being physically attacked to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.6 out of 5.

What is the risk of burglary in Birmingham?

Women living in Birmingham consider the risk of burglary to be very low, with an overall risk rating of 1.2 out of 5

What is the risk of being mugged or robbed in Birmingham?

Women living in Birmingham consider the risk of being mugged or robbed to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.7 out of 5.

What is the risk of being kidnapped or murdered in Birmingham?

Women living in Birmingham consider the risk of being kidnapped or murdered to be relatively low, with an overall risk rating of 1.5 out of 5.